Gladiolus rudis (100 seeds)
Family: Iridaceae
Gladiolus rudis grows in fynbos areas of the southwestern Cape of South Africa. In spring 2 -5 cream to pale pink flowers occur on a spike. The lower tepals have spear-shaped markings.
Sowing instructions: Seed is sown in autumn, thinly, in deep (min. 10 cm) seed trays, to allow for root development. The soil medium should be well drained, a recommended mix being 2 parts sand: 2 parts compost: 1 part loam or equal parts sand and compost, and the seeds should be planted 3-4 mm deep, covered with clean sand and kept moist and lightly shaded.
Locality: Stanford. Harvest: June 2024